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Campuswide News & Events
Oct. 21 – MTSO Honeysuckle Removal
Seminary Hill Farms is hosting a volunteer event on Saturday, Oct. 21, at MTSO removing invasive honeysuckle in our woods from 1-4 p.m. Volunteers will work alongside Tim Bachelor, our land steward, and Laura Bergman, the farm coordinator, that afternoon. You can…
Oct. 23 @ 4 p.m – Zombie Genes with Dr. Jeffrey Loeb
Come join the Genetics Club in their meeting with Dr. Jeffrey Loeb, the department head of Neurology and Rehabilitation at the University of Illinois Chicago. Learn about his research on Zombie Genes. In addition to the guest speaker, there will…
Oct. 26 @7:30 p.m. – Smith Lecture: The Howling Storm
Come join us for the Dr. Richard W. Smith Lecture on Civil War History on Oct. 26 at 7:30 p.m. in Benes Rooms A-B. Dr. Kenneth Noe will present The Howling Storm: Weather, Climate, and the American Civil War. This lecture…
All Week @ Noon – The Clothesline Project
OMSA is conducting the Clothesline Project as part of National Domestic Violence Awareness Month. The Clothesline Project is a visual display that raises awareness about the issue of violence, particularly toward women. It consists of T-shirts made by survivors of…
Oct. 19 – Wear Purple Day
Purple is the official color of Domestic Violence Awareness Month. The third Thursday in Domestic Violence Awareness month is recognized nationally as wear purple day. Support your OWU Community by wearing purple to raise awareness of domestic violence and showing…
Oct. 22 @ Noon – Sisters United Breast Cancer Awareness Brunch
Join us at the Ohio Wesleyan University Benes Rooms for a special event dedicated to raising awareness about breast cancer. This in-person brunch is a chance for sisters from all walks of life to come together and show support for those…
OWU Connection News & Events
Student News & Events
Sept. 13 @ 8 p.m. – S’mores Night
Come unwind with the Black Student Union for a cozy evening around the firepit at Stuyvesant Hall! Enjoy the warmth of the fire, make s’mores, and connect with friends in a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere. Whether you’re looking to meet new…
Sept. 12 @ 8 p.m. – Audition for First Year Scenes!
If you are a first-year student at OWU (or if you’re a transfer student–this is still your first year at OWU!), consider auditioning for First Year Scenes! What are First Year Scenes, you ask? Scenes is a fun performance opportunity…
Apply Now for Fall Break Wilderness Trek!
Are you ready for cool weather and fall colors? It’s a great time to head into the woods for a backpacking journey while exploring your own spiritual journey with fellow OWU adventurers! The Fall Break Wilderness Trek will be Oct.…
Sept. 9 at 7:30 p.m. – First Circle K Meeting!
Interested in serving your local and Columbus communities? Join Circle K! Attend our first meeting of the year to learn more about Circle K and our mission, meet new people, and get the chance to win our raffle basket! The…
OWU Equestrian Club
Interested in joining the OWU equestrian club or learning about horses? Fill out the interest form! OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: self Contact: Adia Szell at aeszell@owu.edu
Sept. 10 @ 9 p.m. – Presidential Debate Watch Party
The Politics & Government Student Board will host a Presidential Debate Watch Party on Sept. 10 at 9 p.m. in the Smith Stairwell. Come join the student board and watch the debate! OWU Sponsoring Organization/Office: P&G Student Board Contact: Deb…
Faculty/Staff News & Events
Staff Departure in the Registrar’s Office – Jaime Milburn
I am writing to inform you all that Jaime Milburn has resigned from Ohio Wesleyan University to pursue a position as a Disabilities Claims Adjudicator at the Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities in Columbus, Ohio. Jaime has been employed in…
Former Provost Ken Goodrich Passes Away
We are sad to share that former OWU Provost Kenneth Paul Goodrich, Ph.D., passed away Aug. 10 in Columbus. He served as Ohio Wesleyan’s provost from 1978 to 1983. During his career, Ken also held faculty or administrative positions at the…
DEI Fall Book Club
Fall DEI Book Club for faculty and staff begins Aug. 31 at 1 p.m. Add your name to this form if you would like to be added to the calendar invites. Remember: You do NOT need to attend each meeting. This…
University Classifieds
Become a Summer Tour Guide Today!
The Office of Admission is looking for Summer Tour Guides to work part-time from May through the start of classes in August. Tour guides will have housing on campus for a small fee and are paid $8.80 Hours range based…
Hiring student interns for 21-22 in Career Connection
Career Connection is hiring new interns for 2021-2022. Marketing/Peer Coach interns help advertise and promote our events & services. They also meet with students for resume reviews and other basic career-related needs. Apply here or view on Handshake. OWU…
OWU Student Health Center Looking for Student Intern
The OWU Student Health Center is looking for an intern for the 2021-2022 school year who is willing to work 2-3 hours per week managing the health center’s OWU Daily announcements, Instagram and Facebook pages, and assisting in health education…
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